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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$55,518 / year median in Illinois
+10% projected growth
Job Description
JOB ID:
REQ_240953
Description Job Title:
Surgical Technologist Department:
Operating Room Location:
127 North Street, BatavIa, NY 14020
Hours Per Week:
(4) 10
HR SHIFTS Schedule:
Mon-Fri (Day/Evening shift) / Rotational Weekday / Weekend calls.
SUMMARY:
The Surgical Technologist plays a vital role as a key member of the surgical team, serving as the primary scrub technologist during procedures. This individual is responsible for preparing, organizing, and managing surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment to ensure efficient and safe operations. The Surgical Technologist maintains strict adherence to sterile techniques and demonstrates continuous attention to preserving the integrity of the sterile field throughout each procedure.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain a minimum of 15 Continuing Medical Education hours annually. Prepare and check instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures. Set up and maintain a sterile field, following strict aseptic techniques. Assist with patient draping and ensure the surgical team is properly attired. Pass instruments and supplies to the surgeon during procedures. Perform accurate sponge and sharp counts with the circulating nurse. Clean and prepare instruments for sterilization. Support specialty surgical services and stock OR rooms as needed. Prepare sterile dressings and assist with post-operative care. Help orient new staff and contribute to unit goals and objectives. May handle medications, sharps, and syringes on the sterile field.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must meet one of the following requirements: Graduated from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited Surgical Technology program and obtain certification through a nationally accredited credentialing organization within 12 months of graduation. Graduated from an accredited school of practical nursing. Qualify under the "Grandfathering Clause" by providing proof of at least one year of employment as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility between December 31, 2010, and December 31, 2014. Qualify under the "Hard-to-Fill Clause" by graduating from an accredited program and obtain certification through a nationally accredited credentialing organization within 24 months of hire.
New Graduates:
• Official transcript from accredited school or letter emailed directly from the school's registrar's office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation.
• Primary source education verification required within 90 days of start date.
PAY RANGE
$28.05 - $34.17 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date , relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.